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CNET
2 days ago
- Business
- CNET
It's Your Last Chance to Score Preorder Savings on the Galaxy S25 Edge at Amazon
With a stunningly slim design, the brand-new Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is set to be one of the most advanced Androids on the market. It officially starts shipping out tomorrow, which means it's not too late to take advantage of some incredible preorder offers if you're hoping to get your hands on one. You can save big at carriers with a trade-in or a new line, but if you're hoping to snag an unlocked model, Amazon has a pretty great bargain as well. The online retailer is currently offering a free storage upgrade, which means you'll get the 512GB model for $1,100. That's the same price as the basic 256GB model, and saves you $120. Plus, this offer also comes with a free $50 Amazon gift card, which is great if you're also looking to grab a case, charger or other accessories. Just be sure to get your order in today, as there's no telling if this deal will still be available once the phone officially releases tomorrow, May 30. The first thing you'll notice about the Galaxy S25 Edge is its thickness. Or rather, its thinness. It comes in at just 5.8mm thick at its edge which is less than the 7.2mm Galaxy S25 and the Galaxy S25 Plus at 7.3mm. Despite the design change compared to the rest of the lineup, this model maintains the same IP68 dust- and water-resistance using a Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 display paired with a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 rear panel. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Up front, you'll find a 6.7-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate while the familiar 200-megapixel main camera is joined by a 12-megapixel ultrawide shooter. You'll also find a 12-megapixel selfie camera hiding towards the top of the display. Other features of note include an under-display fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication, 12GB of RAM, and the fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Why this deal matters Super-thin phones are set to be a real trend for 2025, with Apple expected to launch the iPhone 17 Air later this year. But with this extended Memorial Day deal, you can get in on the act right now, all while saving some cash. We highly recommend acting fast, though, since the deal is likely to expire once the phone hits shelves tomorrow.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy S25 battery tips — 4 things you should do for a longer-lasting phone
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the battery life king of Samsung devices, lasting longer than any Samsung phone we've ever put through our Tom's Guide battery test. The Galaxy S25 Plus is no slouch either, joining the Ultra on our best phone battery life list, and even the regular Galaxy S25 can hold out for a long time on our test. But while the batteries on these phones may take a while to drain, they do run down. And when that happens, you may find yourself lamenting what you could have done to stretch things out further as you look for the nearest outlet to charge. Fortunately, there are ways to stretch your S25's battery life even further — especially helpful if you're picking up a Galaxy S25 Edge, since that newly released device doesn't last as long on a charge as Samsung's other phones. I've done a few things to my phones settings that not only allow it to go longer in between charging sessions but also extend the life of its battery. The changes are all simple, straightforward and I'll show you how to do them. Using all of the tips below can push the S25's battery life to two, maybe three days between charges. Admittedly, some of these suggestions can limit other Galaxy S25 capabilities, so you'll have to weigh battery life against specific functions. My advice is to pick and choose from among these battery extenders to balance your mobile lifestyle with your need for power. The display of your Samsung phone is one of its standout features, particularly on larger models. But it's also one of the biggest power hogs on your phone, so screen settings should be your first stop in getting the most out of the phone's battery pack. Go to the Display portion of the phone's Settings to adjust the S25's screen configuration to make it more power efficient. The S25's OLED screen delivers a lot of light, so I adjust the slider to set its brightness to about 50%. I can always raise it in a bright room. I stay away from the slider's full brightness pink zone that chews through the battery. I also turn off the Adaptive Brightness setting below that so the screen brightness won't automatically increase depending on the environment I'm in. By the same token, the Extra brightness setting that gooses the brightness should also be off limits. It's OK to use when your phone is plugged in. It can be annoying, but I suggest using a 30-second screen time-out so that the screen isn't wasting power when nobody's looking at it. Finish by changing Motion Smoothness from Adaptive, which can use 120 Hz refresh rate to Standard at 60 Hz, as faster refresh rates can put a hit on your phone's battery. Feel free to switch the adaptive rate back on when watching high-quality videos or playing graphically intense games. Next stop — the Battery portion of the Galaxy S25's Settings so that you can make sure it's at peak efficiency. Some of its settings overlap with the Display's choices, providing two places to make the modifications. Here, the Power Saving mode can yield lots of extra time and, happily, the interface shows a good, but not perfect, estimate of how long the phone will stay on with the changes. You can choose between tapping the Power saving switch to activate all six of its changes so the battery will last and last or flip them on or off individually. My favorite settings to adjust are using the Dark Mode and turning off the power-sucking Always On display. I like the Limit CPU speed to 70% selection, which throttles the processor to save a lot of battery power. I hardly notice the change but I turn it off when I'm using the S25's AI features that need full-power processing. The Maximum Power Saving entry at the bottom goes too far but can keep a phone running in a battery emergency by limiting background data flow, turning off the Edge panel and forcing the use of Dark mode. On the other hand, it essentially turns the Galaxy S25 Ultra superphone into the equivalent of an economy handset. The Galaxy S25 has so many features and abilities that it's easy to forget about some, leaving them to drain the battery, whether you use them or not. Many can be turned off or limited to deliver extra battery time, such as GPS mapping. I often turn off the Location tasks in the Settings menu. It can be quickly turned back on when I get lost. My phone has 8GB memory, and turning off RAM Plus, which extends the phone's memory by using its storage chips as virtual RAM, does really affect performance. The RAM Plus switch is in the Memory portion of the Device care section. After the phone restarts, RAM Plus isn't draining the battery. While there, it's a good idea to tap the Clean Now link to refresh the phone's memory. It may not add many minutes to the phone's battery life but it will make it run better. Squeezing extra time out of the Galaxy S25's battery runs the risk of wearing out its cells. The S25's Battery settings can help with three Battery Protection modes that limit overcharging to extend the battery's lifespan. To strike a delicate balance between always having a full charge — or nearly so — and the battery having a long life expectancy, you'll probably need to engage in some trial and error. But it's worth getting right in order to have a constantly connected digital companion that lasts for years and years. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
CNET
3 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Memorial Day Deal Still Available: Grab an Unlocked Galaxy S25 Plus at a Record-Low Price
The brand-new Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge hits shelves in just a few days, but it'll be quite a while before we see any straightforward discounts on unlocked models. But if you're looking to grab one of these cutting-edge Androids for less -- without signing up with a carrier -- Amazon is offering a pretty incredible Memorial Day holdover deal on the Galaxy S25 Plus right now. You can pick up the 256GB mint or silver variant for just $750 right now. That's a $250 discount and a new record-low price for these unlocked models. The icy blue or navy blue variants are on sale for $800, which is still a decent bargain. If you need a little extra storage, the 512GB silver variant is also $250 off, dropping the price down to $870. The Galaxy S25 Plus is the midrange model in Samsung's latest lineup. It features a stunning 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED display, along with a sensible 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on the basic configuration. It's also equipped with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which supports tons of helpful AI features like Circle to Search and generative photo editing. It has a 12MP front camera and a 50MP rear camera system for stunning photos and 8K video capture. Plus, the 4,900-mAh battery can last for up to 14 hours per charge. It's also fairly durable with an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Why this deal matters The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus is one of the overall best phones of 2025, especially for Android users who prefer a larger display. Most deals require a trade-in, or a multi-year carrier contract, so a chance to grab yourself an unlocked model at a record-low price is an opportunity you won't want to miss if you're looking to upgrade. Especially since we doubt this last-minute Memorial Day deal will last for much longer.
India Today
4 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge early deliveries start in India, pre-order deal still available
Samsung's latest high-end smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge, has officially started reaching buyers in India. If you've been waiting to get your hands on one, now's probably a good time to act — especially with the pre-order window still open until May 30. Not only is the phone finally shipping, but Samsung's early bird offer is also live, giving you a straight Rs 12,000 discount through a free storage upgrade. In short, this is your best chance to get the 512GB storage model for the price of the 256GB Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is available in two storage variants: 256GB and 512GB, both paired with 12GB RAM. Regular pricing starts at Rs 1,09,999, but the storage upgrade offer lets you buy the 512GB version at no extra cost when you pre-order the phone via Samsung's official website. If you're planning to pay in instalments, Samsung also offers no-cost EMI options for 6, 9, 12, and even 18 months (with HDFC Bank cards).What makes the Galaxy S25 Edge interesting is that it doesn't try to be just a design-focused ultraslim smartphone. Instead, it's a phone designed for those who want big-screen performance in a slim, lightweight body. At just 5.8mm thick and 163 grams in weight, it is the thinnest and lightest flagship smartphone Samsung has made — yet it still manages to pack top-tier hardware, including the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 12GB RAM, and a 200-megapixel primary rear Of course, the Galaxy S25 Edge is not without compromises — there's no telephoto lens, and the battery is a modest 3,900mAh. But this isn't a phone for power users chasing all-day battery life. This is for those who value design, comfort, and everyday performance wrapped in a premium shell. Plus, if you want to settle for a stylish middle-ground between the Galaxy S25 Plus and the S25 Ultra, the Galaxy S25 Edge perfectly fits the stands out most, though, is how refreshing the Galaxy S25 Edge feels in a market full of bulky flagships. If you've been longing for a slim, light, and capable phone that doesn't feel like a brick in your pocket, the S25 Edge is definitely worth a look. There's a choice between two colour options: Titanium Silver and Titanium early deliveries now rolling out and the pre-order upgrade still active till May 30, this could be the best time to buy the Galaxy S25 Edge.
Digital Trends
7 days ago
- Digital Trends
I underestimated the Galaxy S25 Edge's camera. Here's why you shouldn't
The Galaxy S25 Edge's camera is confusing, and I understand if it's putting you off buying one. After all, the specification includes the big 200-megapixel main camera from the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but it doesn't have a telephoto like the Galaxy S25 Plus, making it an odd in-between model. I was concerned the lack of a telephoto would hurt the S25 Edge's versatility, so have been busy taking zoom photos with the phone to find out if you can live with it, or if it's a serious downside to the coolest, thinnest smartphone we've seen in a while. Optical vs optical quality Samsung hasn't put a telephoto camera alongside the S25 Edge's 200MP main camera and 12MP wide-angle camera, but it does say you've got a 2x 'optical quality' zoom, enabled by the 200MP camera. It means the camera takes a full resolution photo and crops it in the sensor itself, without resorting to the pixel enhancement and digital cropping it may use when you snap photos at 4x or 10x zoom in the app. The result should be a purer, natural-looking zoom photo. Regardless of Samsung's technical efforts to convince us otherwise, optical quality zoom shots will almost always, in our heads, sound like a compromise. Camera fans will hanker after the true optical quality telephoto camera on the back of the Galaxy S25 Plus or the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and considering the S25 Edge's $1,100 price, think the phone deserved one anyway. Space is probably the main reason it doesn't have one. Samsung had to reduce the size of the 200MP camera module by 18% in order to fit it in the S25 Edge, which was likely no easy task, and also evidence there's very little spare room inside the phone at all. Massive sensors and engineering flair don't matter to camera fans when they're faced with 'optical quality' telephoto images though. But is this stance backed up by the photos it takes? First S25 Edge zoom photos I've been out shooting photos with the Galaxy S25 Edge for the last week, and have paid special attention to the 2x optical quality zoom shortcut in the camera app. While it's not quite as versatile as a 3x telephoto, zooming in at 2x does still help frame photos in an interesting way, introduce more depth of field, and concentrate on specific details which can get lost in a standard 1x photo. I spent a day with the Hyundai Kona Electric, and captured some of the striking details on this unusual-looking car with the S25 Edge's 2x zoom. The main 2x shot of the car is excellent, with accurate white balance and just enough depth of field to make the subject pop. Crucially, there's almost no noise at all when you crop the image again, although there is some haloing when you look very closely. Haloing is the main concern, and while it does show up in some 2x photos, it's not always there and may depend on the lighting conditions. It's also possible it'll be fixed in future software updates. The shot of the dashboard taken between the sweeping door frame shows masses of detail, with text on the buttons and screen staying sharp and clear, and with little noise in the dark footwell. The close-up of the front light and wing demonstrate the great white balance again, without any haloing this time, and excellent detail levels on the tire and inside the light unit. More close-up shots Now spring has arrived, bees are gathering on blooms. How does the Galaxy S25 Edge's camera cope taking photos here, as it has to focus on small subjects, quite close up. I like to use telephoto cameras for shots like these, and have been pleasantly surprised by the S25 Edge's performance. I took dozens of photos, and you can see one of the better images here. It's not a fault of the camera I took so many, but more of an issue with the bees not staying still for long. The focus on the flower is sharp, but it has also captured the bee in flight effectively. There's some motion blur, but this is to be expected, and it doesn't ruin the photo. Factor in this is not an optical zoom, and was taken handheld with the camera in auto mode, it's decent. But what about outside the optical quality 2x mode? The good news here, and where I also underestimated the camera, is the 3x zoom is very usable, despite Samsung not promoting it as optical quality. The second photo of the bee was taken at 3x, so a digital zoom, and the quality is excellent. There's a lot of detail, strong colors, and a pleasing depth of field. The 3x mode is far better than I expected it to be, perhaps even more so than the 2x mode. Underestimating the Galaxy S25 Edge's camera This isn't a complete review of the Galaxy S25 Edge's camera, but as the decision to not include a true telephoto camera caused some controversy, even if it wasn't that unexpected given the phone's design, it was far more likely to be a barrier for purchase than anything else. I underestimated the Galaxy S25 Edge's zoom camera mode, and in doing so also underestimated just how good Samsung's optical quality zoom has become. I should have had more faith, given I has the same concerns about the Galaxy S24 Ultra's 10x hybrid zoom, after the switch over from the Galaxy S23 Ultra's 10x optical telephoto. It also turned out to be very good. It doesn't deserve to put you off the phone, or to feel shortchanged compared to the Galaxy S25+ if you choose it instead. It's very capable, even at 3x zoom, and a brilliant example of how to use technology to solve the problem of simply not being able to squeeze another camera into the body. I've really enjoyed the Galaxy S25 Edge so far, and adore the wonderful portability and superb ergonomics of the 5.8mm thick case. If you're tempted by it, but worried about it having only two cameras on the back, you can tick that concern off your list.
